Sea Turtle Pendant in Sterling Silver .950 with Fire Opal

A sea turtle of volcanic fire — guardian of the journey and protection.

Characteristics

• Material: Sterling .950 with official hallmark
• Technique: Hand stone inlay
• Stone: Fire opal, multicolor
• Dimensions: 4.5 cm long × 3.1 cm wide
• Finish: Polished with textured details
• Weight: 8.55 g
• Hallmark: .950
• Chain not included — pendant only
• Origin: Taxco, Mexico

The sea turtle is the guardian of the oceans — an ancient symbol of protection, longevity, and connection to the journey. This pendant captures her in motion, flippers extended, adorned with fire opal: a volcanic stone that burns from within with reds, oranges, yellows, and iridescent greens. Each flash shifts with the light, like liquid fire trapped in crystal. Solid, well-proportioned body with hand-set stonework — each facet of the opal placed individually in its silver frame.

Sterling .950 — nearly pure silver, with official hallmark for authenticity. Stone inlay is Taxco craftsmanship that demands precision: each mounting point must hold without forcing. Texture in the flippers and shell brings motion to life; the final polish leaves the silver bright so the stone becomes the star. The casting process begins in mold, but the true art comes after — patient setting and personalized finish.

Taxco has cultivated master silversmiths for 500 years. The Arte Taxco story is the story of that tradition: every piece assembled in the heart of the world's artisanal silver capital. A Taxco sea turtle is not just jewelry — it's a fragment of that legacy made to travel with you.

Buy risk-free with our Lifetime Buyback Program. When you decide it's time to release the turtle, we buy it back in digital wallet up to 35%, no expiration. Your silver always has value.

Key Benefits

• ✦ Sterling .950 authentic — nearly pure silver
• ✦ Fire opal multicolor — volcanic fire trapped inside
• ✦ Hand-set stone — each piece placed individually
• ✦ Symbol of protection and journey — ancestral sea turtle
• ✦ Buyback without expiration up to 35%

Ideal For

• 🎁 Travelers and nature lovers
• 💍 Gifts with deep symbolic meaning
• 👤 Fire opal and volcanic stone enthusiasts

Measurements & Shipping

4.5 cm long × 3.1 cm wide — full pendant size, like a large coin. Pendant only; chain sold separately (available in our sterling silver chain collection). Ships 2-3 business days. Made to order in ~2 weeks: hola@artetaxco.mx

Lifetime Buyback Program — Your Silver Always Matters

Buy risk-free. We buy back your pendant whenever you choose, up to 35% in digital wallet, no expiration. Learn all about the Lifetime Buyback Program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does it come with a chain?
A: No — the price is for the pendant only, 4.5 cm. Chain sold separately in our sterling silver chain collection.

Q: Is the fire opal natural?
A: Yes, it's volcanic fire opal — a mineral stone with that unique play of color. It's more delicate than quartz, sensitive to sudden humidity changes; keep it in a dry case.

Q: Can I wear it daily?
A: Yes, with care. Avoid hard impacts, chlorine water, and perfumes. Clean weekly with a soft microfiber cloth. The opal will last years with basic care.

Do You Have Silver You No Longer Wear?

Old silver, inherited pieces, or pendants no longer in rotation — we buy them back. Email hola@artetaxco.mx with photos and we'll offer you credit in the Program wallet.

Sea turtle pendant from Taxco — when you find yours, you'll know.